LIST: Things to Keep Your Little Ones Entertained at Home

In these times of uncertainty, we, as parents, must be fluid and try to stay on top of our information or find resources we trust. None of us ended last year thinking we would be in this crazy COVID-19 situation, but here we are.

Social distancing is being recommended to all. To help stop the rampant spread so that our first responders and hospitals are not overwhelmed and can safely treat any affected.

That said, I know that the unexpected nature of this can leave us feeling unsure of what to do - especially if we’ve just been told to keep our kids home for the next month.

There are so many wonderful mamas out there sharing resources to keep our little ones entertained during this time! I’ve compiled a list of some great ideas/links for you to use! If you have any others, please feel free to comment them. I’ll continue to add as I see them!

• Stories read by astronauts

• @BustyToddler on Instagram

• Free virtual museum tours

• Play a board game

• Complete a puzzle

• Bake something

• Free painting

• Indoor Activities from The Salty Mamas blog

• A comprehensive list of educational companies offering FREE resources during school closures

• FREE children's literacy resource featuring the world's best storytellers reading books aloud from Story Online. Each video includes an activity guide with lessons for K-5 students to do at home.

• The Best Ideas for Kids 100 Indoor Activities list

• Live video streaming from The Monterey Bay Aquarium

• Georgia Aquarium live cams - watch the underwater cameras!

• Lunch Time Doodles with Mo Williams from The Kennedy Center

• Plant seeds in old egg cartons

• Sidewalk Chalk

• Take lunch outside for a picnic

• Go on a nature walk around your back yard

• Little Oak Learning - (our personal favorite!! you can sign up for free using your email to get printable nature and learning resources that have been hand drawn and painted by this wonderful mama)